Billposters
Donald and Goofy are putting up advertising posters in a farm. Goofy prepares to post on a windmill, but his tools keep disappearing and reappearing on the windmill blades. Donald puts up his posters, a picture of a soup can, and a goat eats them immediately. Goofy gets stuck to his poster after it comes around on the windmill. Donald, being his calm, even-tempered self, gets into a battle with the goat.
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Plot Summary
In this short Western comedy, a billposter named 'Suds' is hired to put up advertisements for a local rodeo. He struggles with his job, encountering various mishaps and humorous situations as he attempts to get the posters displayed. The film follows his chaotic efforts and the resulting comical predicaments.
Critical Reception
As a short B-movie from 1940, 'Billposters' received minimal critical attention at the time of its release. Its primary function was to provide brief entertainment, often as a second feature. Contemporary reception focused on its lighthearted comedy and straightforward Western elements, typical of the genre for the era.
What Reviewers Say
- A simple, lighthearted comedy short.
- Features typical Western tropes with a comedic twist.
- Satisfies as brief, uncomplicated entertainment.
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Fun Fact
Al St. John, who plays the lead, was a prolific actor known for his comedic roles in Westerns and his uncle, Roscoe 'Fatty' Arbuckle, was a silent film comedy legend.
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